Hitting

Weighted Ball Front Toss

Instructions

• Screen set up 15 feet from the plate
• Hitter sets up even with the plate
• Weighted baseball or slightly deflated basketballs or soccer balls needed
• Partner front flips the ball to the hitter
• Hitter focuses on swinging through the pitch with acceleration while finishing the swing
• Objective is to be able to maximize swing speed while hitting the ball back up the middle
• Focus is on finishing the swing and hitting through the ball
• Ideal for hitters that tend to lose bat speed or stop their swing early
• Partners switch after 10 swings

At a Glance
  • Duration 10 minutes
  • Players 1-2 players
  • Difficulty Intermediate
  • Age Range 6-18 years
  • Equipment Needed
    • Bat
    • Screen for coach to throw behind
    • Home plate
    • And a weighted ball